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Massive explosion at Visakhapatnam oil refinery, thick smoke billows after fire

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2 Nov 2026 11:19 pm
Cyclone Murasu: Andhra Pradesh, Odisha step up emergency measures as flights cancelled, heavy rain threatens

Authorities in Andhra Pradesh and Odisha have stepped up evacuations, placed disaster response teams on standby and prepared emergency services as severe Cyclone Murasu approaches the south Andhra Pradesh coast. The storm is expected to...

2 Nov 2026 10:33 pm
Rift in Gandhi siblings? BJP alleges Priyanka was sidelined at INDIA bloc rally, calls Rahul 'insecure'

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday renewed its claims that there is a rift between Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, underling that the latter was not allowed to speak neither at the mock...

2 Nov 2026 9:40 pm
CRPF records 12 consecutive months without operational fatalities, a rare milestone after 47 years

The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has completed 12 consecutive months without an operational fatality, marking its first such period in 47 years, Director General GP Singh said. The last operational fatality in the force...

2 Nov 2026 9:05 pm
'Come for an open debate': Amit Shah vs Rahul Gandhi as political slugfest over SIR escalates

The political row over Special Intensive Revision (SIR) escalated between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Congress on Monday, with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Leader of Opposition (LoP) in Lok Sabha...

2 Nov 2026 8:59 pm
The moment Ravana says 'Bhiksham Dehi': Ramayana makers unveil new glimpses of 'Daughter of Earth' Maa Sita

With the release of Ramayana just days away, the makers are giving audiences a closer look at some of the epic's most important characters. The latest promo introduces Sai Pallavi as Maa Sita and Ravie Dubey as Lakshmana through separate character reveals.

2 Nov 2026 8:00 pm
Shah Rukh Khan greets sea of fans at Mannat on birthday, spreads his arms as crowd chants his name

After a few years of missing, Shah Rukh Khan stepped onto the balcony of Mannat and greeted his sea of fans on his birthday. Every year, hundreds of his fans gather outside Mannat to celebrate SRK Day on November 2. The actor, who is currently busy with last-minute touches to his upcoming film King, made fans swoon over him all over again on his birthday.

2 Nov 2026 7:44 pm
Did you know Deepika Padukone was five months pregnant during King song Tu Mil Jaaye shoot with SRK?

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone are back together on screen, and their first song from King, titled Tu Mil Jaaye, has already caught fans' attention. The track marks another reunion for the popular on-screen pair, with viewers praising their chemistry and Deepika's appearance in particular.

2 Nov 2026 7:20 pm
Kareena Kapoor to star in King? Actor shares glimpse of special dance sequence on SRK's birthday

Shah Rukh Khan and Kareena Kapoor are all set to reunite after years. This time, it's for a special sequence in King. Kareena took to Instagram and dropped a big hint about her being a part of the film through a monochrome photo, which doesn't reveal too much, but just the right amount to set the internet on fire.

2 Nov 2026 6:56 pm
'Self-approval, self-policing': PETA India's Anjana Aggarwal tears into govt's draft rules on animal testing

The Centre's draft rules on animal experimentation have come under the scrutiny of animal rights activists and organisations, including the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals India (PETA India), which has highlighted that the proposed rules could weaken the existing animal protections and could expose them to greater suffering in labs.

2 Nov 2026 6:47 pm
India A squad for Rising Stars Asia Cup 2026 announced, Tilak Varma named captain

The BCCI (Board of Control for Cricket in India) came forward and announced India As squad for the upcoming edition of the ACC Mens Rising Stars Asia Cup 2026. The tournament will be held in...

2 Nov 2026 6:38 pm
Kareena Kapoor says she is 'happy and relieved' about KWK final season, Saif Ali Khan calls himself 'miscast'

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan are set to appear together on the Koffee with Karan couch, and the show's latest promo offers a glimpse of their fun-filled conversation with host Karan Johar. From Kareena's reaction to the show's final season to Saif's witty remarks, the couple bring their trademark humour to the episode.

2 Nov 2026 5:51 pm
Punjab Assembly Elections 2027: Can BJP-Akali Dal reunion bring back their lost political ground?

The political corridors of Punjab are abuzz with one speculation: the Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) and the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) might forge an alliance for the 2027 Assembly elections. The two were long-time partners, but their alliance ended in September 2020 amid differences over the three contentious farm laws that were revoked later by the Modi government following widespread agitation by farmers.

2 Nov 2026 5:50 pm
Mahadev betting app case: CBI gets 2-day transit remand of Sourabh Chandrakar, to be produced in Raipur

Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the main promoters of the Mahadev Online Book betting syndicate, has been granted two days of transit remand by the Rouse Avenue Court in Delhi. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)...

2 Nov 2026 5:31 pm
Imran Khan tenders apology before Bombay HC, gets relief in 'leave India' notice case until Dec 7

Actor Imran Khan has tendered an apology before the Bombay High Court after the bench made strong observations on his participation in a protest despite holding an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, as per...

2 Nov 2026 5:31 pm
Kyle Verreynne, Ashwell Prince found in breach of ICC's Code of Conduct, handed one demerit point each

In a major blow for CSA (Cricket South Africa), the sides star player, Kyle Verreynne, and batting coach, Ashwell Prince, have been found in breach of the ICCs Code of Conduct and have been handed...

2 Nov 2026 5:29 pm
'Congress wants to protect Bangladeshi infiltrators': Amit Shah fires salvo at Rahul Gandhi over SIR

Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday fired yet another salvo at Congress over opposing the nationwide Special Intensive Revision (SIR) drive, and said the grand old party wants to protect the Bangladeshi infiltrators, but emphasised that the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) would ensure that every signal infiltrator would be removed from the voter list.

2 Nov 2026 5:15 pm
BKU Qadian backs SAD for 2027 Punjab polls, Sukhbir Singh Badal calls it a 'major boost'

Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) president Sukhbir Singh Badal on Monday welcomed unconditional support from the Bharatiya Kisan Union (BKU) Qadian for the 2027 Punjab Assembly elections, describing the endorsement as a major boost for the...

2 Nov 2026 5:04 pm
'If the demands are met...': Iran signals reopening Hormuz within two days, puts ball in US' court

While the uncertainty regarding the conflict in the Middle East continues, Iran on Monday indicated that it is ready to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days, provided the United States (US) accepts its demands.

2 Nov 2026 4:56 pm
Ancient wisdom must solve present problems to improve lives, says Dr Priti Adani at Varanasi Symposium

Ancient wisdom must address contemporary challenges to meaningfully transform lives, declared Dr Priti Adani, Chairperson of the Adani Foundation, while delivering the keynote address at the World Symposium on Ancient Wisdom for Modern Challenges in Varanasi on Monday.

2 Nov 2026 4:47 pm
A threat to endangered species? Dr Sheikh Raisuddin flags dangerous gaps in India's proposed lab testing rules

The government has released draft rules concerning laboratory experiments on animals. The deadline for submitting objections and suggestions is November 5. India TV spoke to Dr Sheikh Raisuddin, Head of Department at Jamia Hamdard and Vice President of the Society for Alternatives to Animal Experiments, to discuss the proposed rules and their implications.

2 Nov 2026 4:45 pm
Erik Ten Hag points out where he realised it was 'over' for Cristiano Ronaldo

Former Manchester United head coach Erik Ten Hag has been quite active in interviews of the late former coach of the Red Devils. He had an unfortunate exit from the club after he was sacked...

2 Nov 2026 4:28 pm
Rajya Sabha bypoll: Congress-backed independent Rajkumar Lohani files nomination against Hardeep Puri in MP

Rajya Sabha bypoll: Congress-backed independent Rajkumar Lohani files nomination against Hardeep Puri in MP

2 Nov 2026 4:24 pm
Nita Ambani lays foundation stone for 100-acre Anant Ashray, to provide lifelong care to 5,000 people

Reliance Foundation founder and chairperson Nita Ambani made a major announcement on her birthday on November 1. Nita Ambaniand the Ambani family laid the foundation stone of the Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray in Karjat, Maharashtra, on Sunday. The Nita Mukesh Ambani Anant Ashray will be a beautiful home for orphaned children, the elderly, and those with developmental disabilities.

2 Nov 2026 4:12 pm
'No right to protest, would have been deported': Bombay HC's stern warning to actor Imran Khan

The Bombay High Court made strong observations during the hearing of actor Imran Khan's petition challenging the Foreigners Regional Registration Office's (FRRO) Leave India Notice on Monday, November 2. The court said that holding an...

2 Nov 2026 4:05 pm
Swami Prasad Maurya meets UP Congress in-charge over 2027 polls; Samajwadi Party expresses displeasure

Swami Prasad Maurya, president of the Apni Janta Party, met Uttar Pradesh Congress in-charge Rajendra Pal Gautam in Delhi on Monday to discuss the strategy for the 2027 Assembly elections. Maurya shared a photograph of...

2 Nov 2026 3:52 pm
IT stock ends session in green amid 1.50% rally in benchmark indices, update on SpaceX International order

Amid today's market rally, IT company Blue Cloud Softech Solutions Ltd. shares were on investors' radar and ended the session in the green. The movement in stock was closely monitored as the company has announced...

2 Nov 2026 3:52 pm
Defence stock trades in green as company's open offer for acquisition oversubscribed by 1.41%

Amid the spectacular rally in the stock market on Monday, shares of defence and aerospace sector company Apollo Micro Systems Ltd are on the radar of investors as the company has updated investors on the open offer process for the acquisition of Premier Explosives Limited, stating that the company had initiated the acquisition process under the Share Purchase Agreement dated July 9, 2026. Under this agreement, Apollo Micro Systems had made an open offer to acquire 1,39,77,600 equity shares of th

2 Nov 2026 3:25 pm
AR Rahman reacts to mixed response on Ramayana song Mangal Rang, quotes Steve Jobs on pleasing everyone

AR Rahman has a simple message for those questioning his musical choices. The Oscar-winning composer, who received moderate reactions to the treatment of Mangal Rang in Nitesh Tiwari's upcoming film Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, believes an artiste cannot create music with the intention of pleasing everyone.

2 Nov 2026 3:23 pm
Wasim Jaffer weighs in on Shreyas Iyer's performances as India clinch T20I series against NZ

The T20I series between India and New Zealand came to a conclusion with the Indian team clinching the five-game series with a score of 3-2. It is worth noting that the Men in Blue kicked...

2 Nov 2026 3:17 pm
Supreme Court allows green crackers in Delhi-NCR on November 7 and 8 for Diwali celebrations

The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the bursting of green crackers in Delhi and neighbouring districts on November 7 and 9 in view of Diwali celebrations. However, it highlighted that the relaxation would be there...

2 Nov 2026 3:13 pm
Diwali 2026 OTT releases: From Minions and Monsters, Haiwaan, Black Doves season 2 and others

Diwali week has brought a fresh line-up of films and shows across streaming platforms. From family entertainers and animated adventures to crime thrillers, documentaries and returning series, there is plenty to choose from. While Ramayana is set to release in cinemas on November 5, here is a look at the films and shows arriving on OTT platforms this week.

2 Nov 2026 2:54 pm
Glenn Phillips surpasses Abhishek Sharma in an elite list as New Zealand defeat India in the fifth T20I

New Zealand registereda dominant win in the fifth and final T20I of the series against India. The two sides met at Seddon Park in Hamilton for the clash on November 1st, and the Black Caps...

2 Nov 2026 2:24 pm
Ministry of Defence signs Rs 53,866 crore deal with GRSE, GSL to procure 8 warships for Navy

The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts worth Rs 53,866.50 crore with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) to procure eight warships for the Indian Navy. Under the contract,...

2 Nov 2026 2:08 pm
Dia Mirza Diwali video controversy: Mumbai Deputy Mayor backs actor, wants BMC to restore deleted clip

The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has removed actor Dia Mirza's video from its pollution-free Diwali campaign following objections from Mumbai BJP chief Ameet Satam. The move has sparked a political controversy, with Mumbai Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi expressing displeasure over the civic body's decision .

2 Nov 2026 2:02 pm
6 senior NCP leaders meet Amit Shah, demand Finance Ministry portfolio in Maharashtra

Amid political turmoil, the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) has intensified in Maharashtra as six senior leaders from the Ajit Pawar faction met with Union Home Minister Amit Shah in Delhi. Among them were Dhananjay Munde,...

2 Nov 2026 1:44 pm
Andrew McDonald opens up Marnus Labuschagne's future with Australia amid continued subpar form

Australia are coming into the back of a disappointing series loss against South Africa. The two sides met across three Test matches, where despite winning the first Test, Australia succumbed to losses in the second...

2 Nov 2026 1:30 pm
From Deepika's finger to Shah Rukh's ear: This tiny red detail in King's Tu Mil Jaaye could hold a big clue

A small detail in Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone's first song from King's Tu Mil Jaaye song has got fans looking more closely at the film's visuals. In Tu Mil Jaaye, Deepika is seen wearing a red ring on her finger. A similar-looking red accessory can also be spotted in the King announcement video released on January 24, where Shah Rukh wears it as an earring.

2 Nov 2026 1:26 pm
Anuj Thakur, Dhoom Machao Dhoom actor, dies at 33; friend reveals he never woke up one morning

Television actor Anuj Thakur passed away on October 27 at the age of 33. His sudden demise has left his friends and colleagues shocked. Reportedly, the actor maintained a very healthy lifestyle and would get up at 4.30 every morning to jog. On the day of his passing, the actor never woke from his sleep.

2 Nov 2026 12:55 pm
Eight labourers die of electrocution while working on road-construction project in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu

At least eight labourers were electrocuted while working on a road-construction project in Rajasthan's Jhunjhunu district on Monday, police said. The incident occurred in Chhapoli village under the Udaipurwati police station area.

2 Nov 2026 12:48 pm
Japan's OMRON Healthcare commences production at India's first factory, targets 10X growth by 2028

Japan-based medical devices maker OMRON Healthcare has commenced production at its first factory in India. The step aims at expanding the company's local manufacturing footprint and supporting the government's 'Make in India' initiative. Talking about...

2 Nov 2026 12:47 pm
SC disposes of pleas in Ram Temple donation theft case, says it has expressed 'no opinion on merits'

The Supreme Court on Monday disposed of petitions seeking a CBI investigation into allegations of theft of donations at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, clarifying that it had expressed no opinion on the merits of...

2 Nov 2026 12:43 pm
Section of Delhi Police personnel protest outside headquarters over transfer of two officers

A section of Delhi Police personnel is protesting at the Delhi Police Headquarters on Monday morning against the transfer of two officers, including an Assistant Commissioner of Police, following a standoff with lawyers over an...

2 Nov 2026 12:34 pm
Cricket Australia name squads for white-ball series against England, Mahli Beardman set for ODI debut

In a major development, CA ( Cricket Australia) came forward and named the squad for the upcoming white-ball series against England. The two arch-rivals will be taking on each other across three ODIs and three T20I matches. The ODIs will be held on November 13, 15, and 18, with the T20I matches slated to be held on November 21, 24, and 27.

2 Nov 2026 12:16 pm
BJP gets a boost in Punjab as three AAP rebel MLAs, including Kunwar Vijay Pratap, switch sides

BJP gets a boost in Punjab as three AAP rebel MLAs, including Kunwar Vijay Pratap, switch sides. The story is being updated.

2 Nov 2026 11:41 am
New Zealand dealt heavy blow ahead of India ODIs, two star players ruled out of upcoming series; Check details

The stage is set for the upcoming five-game ODI series between India and New Zealand. The two sides will meet across five ODI matches, with the first ODI slated to be held on November 4,...

2 Nov 2026 11:33 am
NEET-UG may continue in pen-and-paper mode as southern states oppose exam overhaul: Report

The Centre's proposed examination reforms, being formulated by the Nilekani panel, have hit a roadblock amid strong reservations from southern states. As a result, NEET-UG 2027 may continue to be conducted in the pen-and-paper mode,...

2 Nov 2026 11:29 am
Here's how Punjab scaled a Rs 500 crore Japan MoU into a Rs 1,116 crore Ludhiana facility

Translating foreign investment into on-ground reality is a major challenge for any state. Often, states sign Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for investments, yet projects fail to progress. In this context, the joint project between the...

2 Nov 2026 11:12 am
Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone's King song: 9 stills offering glimpses of romance, drama and twists

Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone's King song: 9 stills offering glimpses of romance, drama and twists

2 Nov 2026 11:07 am
Government notifies new airfare rules, allows Centre to intervene in 'extraordinary situations'

The Centre has notified new rules allowing it to intervene in airline ticket prices in extraordinary situations and in the public interest. The development comes amid concerns over high airfares, against a backdrop of continued...

2 Nov 2026 11:03 am